A 4020 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes Office of Energy Generation Ombudsman in Department of Treasury; requires State agencies to prioritize permit review and approval process for projects that result in increased electricity production.

This bill creates a new Office of Energy Generation Ombudsman within the New Jersey Department of Treasury. The ombudsman will help energy companies navigate permitting rules, resolve disputes with agencies, and monitor approval processes. It requires state agencies to prioritize permit reviews for projects that increase electricity production, such as solar or wind facilities. The office will provide information, assist with applications, and identify bottlenecks in the permitting system to speed up clean energy development.
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Introduced Feb 12, 2026 Last action Feb 12, 2026
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Feb 12, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
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